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How Do You Read the RM of Pipestone Newsletter?Do you read the RM of Pipestone Newsletter online or receive it by mail? Your feedback helps us improve how we connect with residents!Let us know email - newsletter@rmofpipestone.comPayment OptionsThe RM accepts cash, cheque, debit, e-transfers, and OptionPay. Sign up for monthly automatic withdrawals fortax and utility accounts. Contact Tina - tina@rmofpipestone.comE-Transfer EmailsUtility Billing: utilities@rmofpipestone.comProperty Taxes & Municipal Bills:accounts@rmofpipestone.comReston Golf Club: restongolfclub@gmail.comReston Rec Plex: restonrecplex@gmail.comRecreation & Programming: tara@rmofpipestone.comOffice Hours - Monday - Friday 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Closed 12:00p.m. - 1:00p.m.

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Art Extravaganza: Westman’s Best Shine at the Juried Show in RestonThe 46th Annual Westman Juried Art Show brought over 240 visitors to the Reston RES Centre onApril 27 2025. 53 adult artists, 22 youth artists and 8 artists from Neepawa's Touchwood Park madeup the 142 total art pieces at the Sunday afternoon show. Jurors Leona Brown from Winnipeg and BenDavis from Brandon wrote brief notes to the artists about each of their submissions and chose twentypieces to participate in the Travelling Gallery. Over the next 12 months the chosen pieces will be ondisplay in 17 communities across southwest Manitoba. The Travelling gallery was on display at theReston Drugs mall until May 11 . Several local artists were among those chosen for this prestigioustour. "I would say this was the best show and the biggest show we've had," shares Gerry Oliver, of theArts West Council. "We had the biggest number of entries, the largest number of artists participating,and it's been amazing. I noticed participation from different art clubs within the Westman Regionwhich I hadn't seen before. So, we're just ecstatic!" th.thThis was the first time the Juried Art Show washeld in Reston, with a special nod to the RM ofPipestone who provided the use of the RESCentre with an in-kind donation. "It's just beenquite amazing, and the Reston Art Club did asuper job of hosting it! We'll be back!" addsOliver. To view the winning pieces, viewers mayvisit the Arts West Council website at Arts West Council - 2025 Juried Show AwardsPhoto Submitted by: Arts West Council Reston Art Club NewsReston Art Club held their own Artshow and Tea on May 10 in the UnitedChurch basement. 14 Club membershighlighted the work they havecompleted over the past winter. 148works of art were shown and 48 peoplesigned the guest book. Photo Submitted by: Reston Art Club Back Row: Sherri Kendrick, TayaBartel, Keri Bartel, EleanorTamilowicz-Cowan, Gwen Thomson,Donna Davis, Monica CampbellFront Row: Janelle Campbell, SylviaHalls, Robin Duncan, Cathy House,Bev Reid Missing from photo: Kristen Bodin, Marcus Forrest, Judy Lochhead, Mina McDowell, MarianneOlfrey, Erikka Patmore

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Pipestone Memorial Park Nearing CompletionThe finishing touches are being made to Pipestone Memorial Park in preparation for Homecoming2025. It has been a hectic year and a half planning, fundraising and physically working to have thepark ready. The committee is now praying for good growing weather. The Pipestone Memorial Parkwill be a place for all to gather as it was when the Memorial Hall was built following the Great War.The park’s main focus is the cenotaph and the veteran banners that hang there but historical plaquestelling the story of a once vibrant prairie town and the people who built this community are beingadded. These plaques will bring back memories for all and educate our youth as well as visitors whopass through. A project like this could not have proceeded as quickly without the financial support wehave received to date. Our local clubs, Pipestone Lions, Pipestone Guild, Pipestone Drop In and thePipestone Fall Supper Committee stepped up immediately in support. Our committee was then verysuccessful in receiving grants from the following: Reston and Area Foundation, Enbridge Pipelines,Richardson Foundation – Tundra, Richardson Foundation – Kingston Midstream, Valleyview Co-op,Sunrise Credit Union Building Communities Grant and upon completion the RM of PipestoneCapital Projects Grant. Personal donations have been received which are much appreciated. We havereceived calls from former residents wishing to contribute in recognition of their fond memories ofPipestone. All this interest will go a long way to the continual success of the park. Inquires as tomaking a donation in memoriam of a loved one are welcome. Donations to the park will be issued atax receipt. Donations received prior to Homecoming will be publicly acknowledged and later withpermanent signage in the park. Going forward the Pipestone Memorial Park Committee has plans forone major fundraiser each year. This will help cover the cost for flowers each spring and maintenanceor additions as needed. On Sunday, July 13 following the Homecoming parade we invite all to gatherat the park for the official opening. The committee extends a special invitation to the descendants ofthe Pipestone and Area Veterans. Following the ceremony a group photo of the descendants will betaken and we anticipate a large number attending. If you have any questions in regards to donating or ththe grand opening please contact oneof the park members: KimMacKenzie, Kim Davis, WileyGilliard, Jacqueline Flannery, CherylMacKenzie, Judy Revet, KerriCoulter, Wes Davis, Malina VanBuuren, Kim Flannery, Aubrey Revet,Shaylee Flannery or call 204-851-1421.Photo Submitted by: Kim MacKenzie

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Dutch Elm Disease and Elm Firewood Surveys/Invasive Forest Pest Monitoring Dutch Elm Disease (DED) surveys and emerald ash borer (EAB) monitoring are underway again thisseason in participating communities. Provincial inspectors will be driving or walking around both publicand private properties to look for DED infected trees and elm firewood with bark attached. Elm firewoodspreads DED and is illegal to store. Inspectors may be working evenings and weekends. Inspectors wearhigh-visibility vests and government issued identification. Our staff may not approach every resident orhouse before entering onto properties to conduct inspections. Inspectors will ring doorbells or knock ondoors prior to taking branch samples, marking DED infected trees, or marking elm firewood for removalunder the Dutch Elm Disease management program and The Forest Health Protection Act. Emerald ashborer monitoring traps will be placed in areas throughout southern Manitoba by an external contractor.Reminder: Elms cannot be pruned between April 1 and July 31 . The bark beetles that spread DED areattracted to fresh pruning cuts.st stContact Information:Tree Line:204-945-7866 or treeline@gov.mb.ca Natural Resources and Indigenous FuturesForestry and Peatlands BranchCome to Deleau Sifton Centennial Park at 11:30 AM onWednesday, June 18, to welcome the Terry Fox family asthey bike across Canada for cancer research.Students from Oak Lake, Souris, Hartney & Reston willjoin them on the road — you can too!Thanks to our sponsors: Boundary Coop, Minary’sBakery, J & S Meats, Prairie Rose Meats, DeleauGeneral Store, Deleau Community Club & local firedepartments.See you at the park!

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Reston Golf Club Irrigation: Moving Forward this Summer The Reston Golf Club is taking decisive action this summer to secure its long-term future, launching amajor irrigation project that addresses longstanding water supply concerns and sets the stage forsustainable operations for decades to come. Securing the Water Supply Concerns over the uncertainty oflicensing on the club’s existing well prompted a proactive response: the drilling of two new wells. Thiscritical move, aimed at ensuring uninterrupted access to water, was both successful and necessary.Without it, the club faced the very real risk of shutting down—a potential loss estimated at $1 million.The initial phase of the project has come at a significant cost. To date, the club has invested $19,000 inwell drilling and an additional $3,400 in overland plumbing and pump installation. Electrical work iscurrently underway to power the new system. Although certain expenses, such as trenching and hydrovacwork, are still being finalized, the current total stands at $34,400. With $22,400 already covered, the clubis now working to raise the remaining $12,000 to complete this crucial first phase. The good news: thecourse is expected to have reliable water access for the summer season.Planning for Long-Term SustainabilityLooking ahead to July and August 2025, the Reston Golf Club is preparing to launch the next phase ofits irrigation upgrades. Planned improvements include: electrical panel upgrades, electrical connectionsand a new shed at the retention pond, full-course irrigation system installation, additional trenching orhydrovac work, a high-capacity pump (150 gallons/minute) with updated plumbing lines. Theseenhancements are not only functional but strategic. With an estimated lifespan of approximately 80 years,the irrigation system represents a long-term investment in the health and longevity of the course.Financing the VisionDespite securing $25,000 in current revenue from Kingston Midstream, significant fundraising remainsnecessary to close the financial gap. To meet the challenge, the club has developed a multi-prongedfundraising strategy, including: operating the Pipestone Homecoming beer gardens over three days,hosting golf tournaments, launching a hole sponsorship signage program, soliciting communitysponsorships and donations.A Community AssetIn 2024, the Reston Golf Club saw membership rise to 137, including 29 rural members from all wards ofthe RM. It remains one of the most inclusive recreational spaces in the area, serving residents from ages 3to 99. “The golf course is more than just a place to play—it’s a gathering place, a community hub, and akey part of our local identity,” said a club representative.Preserving a LegacyWithout water, the future of the Reston Golf Club is in jeopardy. But with strategic planning, strongcommunity engagement, and continued fundraising, the club is poised not just to survive, but to thrive.This summer marks more than just another season on the greens—it is a turning point in the preservationof a cherished local institution, one that generations of residents and visitors have come to enjoy.For more information or to contribute, community members are encouraged to contact the Reston GolfClub or follow updates on upcoming fundraisers.

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Brooke Raeann BoultonDaughter of Todd & Stacy BoultonRayleen Tenly BrownDaughter of Raymond Brown & Sherilyn ChaskeTylan Hudson ChalmersSon of Scott & Tanis ChalmersAustin Lucas Levi DionSon of Levi Dion & Holly ForsythHalle Marie DuncanDaughter of Stacey & Melissa DuncanBailey Stewart Arthur GouldSon of Kim Bonner & Stepdad Jeremy BonnerAddison Savannah Sadie HamelDaughter of Nancy Mullens & Kent HamelMaya Anne KraningDaughter of Melanie Vinck & Chris KraningLeigha Danielle Kristof Daughter of Dan & Diane Kristof Caroline Anne McConnellDaughter of Peter & Christine McConnellNoah Ryan Merle ScheuermanSon of Robin Jago & Rhyley Jago andRyan Scheuerman Antonio Miguel ValezaSon of Marianne Calderon & Anthony Valeza

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Message from the ReeveAs seeding continues across the municipality, I would like to extend mybest wishes to all of our local farmers. Your dedication and hard workduring this busy season does not go unnoticed, and we hope forfavourable weather and a safe, productive year ahead. We also send oursupport and encouragement to the Reston Minor Ball teams. It’salways a pleasure to see young people active, learning teamwork, andrepresenting our municipality with pride. Best of luck this season we’llbe cheering you on. Congratulations go out to the graduating class ofReston School. This is a significant milestone, and we commend you on your achievements. As you look ahead to new beginnings, know that your municipality stands behindyou with pride and good wishes for the future. With the arrival of summer, we’re pleased to welcomevisitors and residents alike to our local golf course, campground, and lake. These spaces offer a chance torelax, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the beauty our region has to offer. And of course, there is growinganticipation for the upcoming Pipestone Homecoming celebrations. It will be a wonderful opportunity toreconnect with familiar faces, celebrate our heritage, and reflect on the strength of our municipality. Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable summer season.Archie McPherson - Reeve RM of Pipestone Greetings from the Reston School Advisory Council The Reston School PAC is extremely excited to announce that we’ve been selected by the Reston AreaFoundation for a $10,000 grant! These funds will go toward adding two permanent picnic tables, sourcingpea gravel for around existing structures, and maintaining parts of the current playground. Thank you somuch to the RAF—your support is greatly appreciated! We’re also preparing to begin a second phase: alarge-scale playground improvement project. The elementary section currently has drainage issues, leadingto standing water and mud, which prevents grass from growing and allows weeds to take over—compounding the problem. Our goal is to address the contour and drainage issues and hopefully addmore play equipment or structures. This is a major project, and we need help from parents and guardiansto make it happen. We’re looking for 3–4 committed individuals to form a Playground SteeringCommittee. With the PAC’s support, this group will lead fundraising efforts, apply for grants, gatherquotes, report to monthly PAC meetings, and coordinate work as needed. We already have some greatfundraising projects in the pipeline, but without a dedicated team, we won’t be able to move forward withthis much-needed upgrade. If you’re interested in helping or want more information, please contactReston School at 204-877-3994 or email restonpacpresident@gmail.com.Thank you for your continued support—we’re excited to keep improving our school!Carla SlimmonReston School PAC PresidentPARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE

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With only six weeks to go the Pipestone Homecoming Committee is heading into full gear. Pipestoneis expecting people coming ‘home’ from all across Canada. Expected are friends from as far away asBritish Columbia, to Northwest Territories, the big cities of Toronto, Calgary, Edmonton andWinnipeg, from California to Kentucky and as far away as Australia. First, a big THANK-YOU toeveryone who came out on May 3rd for community clean-up. Once again there was great responsefrom all ages including the 4-H Beef Club. From the cemetery to the campgrounds groups gathered todo their part and then joined together for burgers at the hall supplied by the Pipestone Lions Club.Kick off day Friday is going to be fantastic! The registration committee is anxious to meet everyonethey have been conversing with these past months. Everyone with prepaid tickets for Friday BBQSupper and Saturday Roast Beef Supper and Social will pick up their tickets at registration. Whilethere check out the raffle table. Tickets on the great prizes donated will only be sold until 3 pmSaturday. Of course the grand prize of the weekend will be the 50/50 draw at 11 pm Saturday night,winner taking home a possible $15,000. Remember that CASH will be King in Pipestone that week - Pipestone Homecoming - Just Around the Corner end. As our bank was robbed back in 1922 and then later sold and moved to Reston for a barbershopwe don’t have access to an ATM in town, so please come prepared. One new update to our list ofactivities, the Reston Golf Club will be running beer gardens all weekend. Friday they will be hostingoutside the hall. Then Saturday and Sunday beer gardens will be located on the Rec Grounds, a greatplace to meet and relax for a cool one. Help the Golf Club fundraise for a new irrigation system ontheir course. Get digging around in your closets and photo albums. The memorabilia committee knowsyou all likely have some really interesting photos or Pipestone memorabilia stored away somewhere. In2000 there was a line up to get into the Drop In so we need to keep up the precedence. There are somegreat displays ready to go. The committee isasking for Pipestone wedding photos over theyears, please dig yours out and get them to us.Please call Jean 204-749-5409 or Kim 204-851-1421 if you have something you would like toshare for memorabilia. The parade committeehad another really cool confirmation for theSunday noon parade and the KIDS are reallygoing to love this! Entering a float call Melvin204-851-1383. Local photographer Kalli-JoMarsh will be on hand to capture all the funall weekend long. She will be more thanpleased to snap that special photo for you. If you would like to be more involved Homecoming weekend, the committee is looking for volunteersto help out with short shifts here and there. Call Wiley 204-264-0273 Don’t forget Homecoming is alsoPIPESTONE FUN DAYS weekend. Get that slow pitch team ready to play ball! Call Aaron 204-522-0084.Photo Submitted by: Kim MacKenzie

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Newsletter Deadline - June 19 Email: newsletter@rmofpipestone.comIngredients8 cups water3 cups granulated white sugar½ cup lemon juice8 cups chopped rhubarb fresh or frozenInstructionsIn a large saucepan combine rhubarb and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15minutes or until softened. Strain liquid into a large bowl or ice cream pail.Addsugar, lemon juice, strawberry Jell-O powder and pink lemonade concentrate toliquid mixture and vodka if desired. Stir until combined.Cover the bowl and freezeovernight. Remove from the freezer when ready to serve and stir to loosen. Scoopinto cups and pour the desired amount of lemon lime soda over the top.12 ounces frozen pink lemonade concentrate3 ounces strawberry Jell-O2 cups vodka (optional)2 liter lemon lime soda

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adfReston District Library Programs Lego Club: Tuesdays 4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Moms and Tots: Thursdays, 10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Scrabble Club: Thursdays 1:30–3:30 p.m. Book Club: Monthly meetings.New Reads: Adult Statistically Speaking - RomanceFatal Intrusion - Mystery/ThrillerBecause She Looked Away - Mystery Hope Like Wildflowers - Christian Historical FictionDeath of a Smuggler - Mystery The Summer Guests - Mystery - Mystery The Most Extraordinary Ride - BiographyChasing Shadows - Non Fiction Reston Library News June 17 - August 20T h i s y e a r s t h e m i s A r o u n d t h eW o r l d . T h e p r o g r a m i s f r e e f o r k i d sA g e d 0 - 1 2 a n d a l l a b i l i t i e s . To Register please email the Reston District Library restonlb2@gmail.com or call 204-877-3673Include the name(s) and age(s) of participants. Registration opens June 17 2025 and there is noregistration fee!thSee You At The Library!Available at our library: Adult fiction, non-fiction, audio books, biographies, large print and referencematerials. CELA, one-disk audio stories for people with print disabilities. We also loan out the playerused to listen to these stories. We also carry children to young adult reads in fiction and non-fiction. Ifwe don’t have a book, we can get it for you from another library. ·Patrons can sign up for the free Libbyapp that allows you to read or listen to books on your e-device or phone, or connect with your vehicle’sblue tooth to listen in your vehicle. Public access computers, free Wi-Fi, black and white and colorcopying, printing and laminating available for a nominal fee and data projector rentalNew Reads: Junior Ages 7-12Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the SeaSherlock Bones & the Curse of thePharaohs Mask Being Baxters, Baxter Family Children’s StoryGeronimo Stilton Who Would Win? Jaguar vs Skunk Hank the Cowdog, Murder in the Middle Pasture New Reads: Children Under 6It’s My Brain At the End of the DayBig BikeKing of Boredom Grumpy Monkey The World in Our Backyard

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